Chiswell Green Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chiswell Green, a built-up area within St Albans, recorded a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents in February 2025—44.8% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This places the area well within the lower end of the national spectrum, a position consistent with its character as a relatively low-density, historically significant suburb with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.7%). These figures align with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull that may contribute to lower overall crime rates. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted community engagement strategies, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or social interactions. The UK comparison underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining low crime levels, though the relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to the national average (which sees 36% of crimes as violence and sexual offences) may indicate specific vulnerabilities. These could include factors such as the area’s proximity to St Albans’ town centre, which may see increased social activity during weekends or evenings, or the influence of transient populations in certain sectors. The absence of significant spikes in property-related crimes—such as burglary, which was 11% above the UK average but still low at 0.3 per 1,000—suggests that the area’s residential character and its demographic profile play a role in deterring such offences. Overall, Chiswell Green’s crime profile reflects a balance between the challenges of managing violent incidents and the success of maintaining a generally safe environment.

February 2025 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime, and other crime, each doubling from zero to one incident. This spike contrasts with declines in burglary (down 50%) and anti-social behaviour (down 28.6%), suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, which made up 40.9% of all crimes, remained 36% below the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 18% below the UK average. These figures highlight a combination of localized factors—such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity—alongside the continued low incidence of property-related crimes. For residents, the absence of major spikes in burglary or theft may offer reassurance, though the rise in vehicle crime and vandalism signals areas requiring closer monitoring.

Chiswell Green's crime rate in February 2025 rose by 15.9% from 3.2 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents compared to January, marking a modest upward trend. This increase, though statistically significant, remains far below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 274 residents. This context suggests that while the area is not immune to fluctuations, the scale of crime remains low relative to both its population and national benchmarks. The rise in specific categories—such as criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime, and other crime—contrasts with declines in burglary and anti-social behaviour, illustrating a shifting pattern that may reflect seasonal or localized factors rather than a broad trend. For residents, the 1-in-274 monthly exposure rate underscores the rarity of crime in Chiswell Green, even as small increases in certain categories warrant attention.